Description

This technical diploma is aimed at those interested in following a career path in IT who have achieved less than four GCSEs at Grade C. This course provides a practical, work related introduction to Computing and IT. Learners will be inspired to learn by completing projects and coursework that are based on IT creative industries such as programming, computer graphics and website development.

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Course Content

There are six units over one year of full time study: Communicating in the IT Industry; Working in the IT Industry; Doing Business Online; Computer Graphics; Developing Programming Solutions; Installing Hardware Components; and Web Development. Units taught vary from campus to campus.

Assessment Method

As a practical, vocational course, assessment will be carried out through the use of projects and coursework, internally assessed by the lecturers over two semesters. Learners can attain Pass, Merit and Distinction grades which combine to produce one final grade at the end of semester two.

Progression Opportunities

This qualification has been designed to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding required to enable progression to further education in the same or related areas, progress onto Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT course or gain employment within the computer industry. Career Pathways include IT Technician, IT Sales and Technical Support.